What are the responsibilities and job description for the Full Charge Bookkeeper position at The TemPositions Group of Companies?
Description
We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Charge Bookkeeper to lead and oversee all accounting operations for a growing international distribution organization. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the accounting function across multiple entities and currencies, while supervising Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable staff and partnering directly with executive leadership.
This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys both maintaining accurate financial records and driving process improvements through technology and automation.
Key Responsibilities
ACCOUNTING & MONTH END CLOSE
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Benefits are based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
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We are seeking an experienced Senior Full-Charge Bookkeeper to lead and oversee all accounting operations for a growing international distribution organization. This is a hands-on leadership role responsible for managing the accounting function across multiple entities and currencies, while supervising Accounts Receivable and Accounts Payable staff and partnering directly with executive leadership.
This opportunity is ideal for an accounting professional who enjoys both maintaining accurate financial records and driving process improvements through technology and automation.
Key Responsibilities
ACCOUNTING & MONTH END CLOSE
- Own the full month-end close process across multiple entities.
- Reconcile numerous bank accounts, credit cards, and payment platforms.
- Record merchant fees, payment activity, and adjusting journal entries.
- Prepare financial reports and maintain the general ledger.
- Reconcile prepaid accounts, purchase orders, and intercompany transactions.
- Process payroll for U.S.-based employees and international contractors.
- Manage payroll-related entries, contractor payments, and retirement plan transactions.
- Maintain employee documentation and support HR administration.
- Supervise and mentor A/R staff.
- Oversee collections efforts, credit approvals, customer billing, and cash application.
- Manage customer portal invoicing and key account billing processes.
- Review and improve collection strategies and reporting.
- Supervise A/P operations including invoice processing, vendor payments, wire transfers, and check runs.
- Review vendor statements and ensure timely reconciliation of accounts.
- Oversee domestic and international payment activity.
- Prepare and file multi-state sales tax returns.
- Support workers' compensation, insurance, and financial audits.
- Coordinate year-end reporting requirements with external CPA firms.
- Evaluate, recommend, and implement accounting technology solutions.
- Assist with automation initiatives related to expense management, sales tax compliance, accounts receivable collections, and payment integrations.
- Identify opportunities to streamline workflows and improve financial reporting efficiency.
- 7 years of full-cycle bookkeeping experience with ownership of month-end close.
- Advanced proficiency in QuickBooks Desktop.
- Strong Microsoft Excel skills, including data analysis and reconciliations.
- Experience managing high-volume reconciliations across multiple bank accounts, credit cards, and payment processors.
- Multi-state sales tax and payroll processing experience.
- Previous experience supervising and training A/R and A/P staff.
- Strong understanding of general ledger accounting, financial reporting, and account reconciliations.
- Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
We offer eligible employees competitive pay and access to a range of benefits and support programs, including medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, short-term disability, 401(k), employee assistance, childcare assistance, discounts, paid holidays, and longevity bonuses. Benefits are based on assignment type, schedule, length of employment, and plan eligibility requirements.
We are an equal opportunity employer and comply with all applicable federal, state, and local fair employment practices laws. We strictly prohibit and do not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, color, religion, creed, national origin or ancestry, ethnicity, sex, sexual orientation, gender (including gender identity and expression), marital or familial status, age, physical or mental disability, perceived disability, citizenship status, service in the uniformed services, genetic information, height, weight, or any other characteristic protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. Applications from members of minority groups and women are encouraged.
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